[Emmanuel Goldstein]

Hospital administrations are already touting their facilities as resorts. I sure as heck don't want to walk around looking like a tourist...

[NancyNurse08]

I use a pocket organizer. I can place my pens, penlight, calipers, scissors, hemostats, alcohol wipes, etc. into the slots and have them neatly organized in my scrub top pocket. Only problem is, sometimes when I bend over it falls out.

[NurseDawgJess]

I see nothing wrong with using a nurse "tool belt". I like the Nurse Pro Pack bags. I initially started out with their EMT pack because it was smaller and kept everything more contained because the flap velcros shut. Once I moved to the ER, I needed something larger and now I use their Nurse Pack which is roomier and it's easier to get to the supplies I need when I'm pressed for time. It's not really that noticable since I leave my scrub shirt untucked. It's a little heavy but I would be lost without it and I'm much more efficient having it. Sure, lots of supplies are in the patient rooms but it never fails when I need something, the stock has ran dry and I waste too much time hunting down what I need. Plus, I can't stand to have my pockets bulging out. That looks much nerdier than my tool belt in my opinion. Good luck with whatever you decide.

[WitchyRN]

I could use a fanny pack because the pockets on my warm up jackets are always the first thing to rip...I haven't bought one yet though..have to see what style will work best.

[pagandeva2000]

I use one all the time. I don't use either of the ones that you posted, though. The one that I have are ones that are sold in many of the Chinese stores in my area. It has zippers, and I keep my cell phone, wallet, money, and PDA or small pocket drug guide in it. It is black, it is worn under my scrub shirt and very convienent. I remember security visiting us when I first got hired, and they told us of the great deal of theft that happens at hospitals. It mainly happens because people do not keep their most valued items on their person. It is my belief (as cold as it is) that many times, it is their fault. I would not leave an entire pocket book in my locker, under or in a desk, or closet. I do have a bag where I carry magazines, books to read and such. However, if those go, I am not as upset as my personal or job ID, money, metrocards, or credit cards/ATM cards are missing. Best thing I ever did.

[pagandeva2000]

Originally Posted by NurseDawgJess

I see nothing wrong with using a nurse "tool belt". I like the Nurse Pro Pack bags. I initially started out with their EMT pack because it was smaller and kept everything more contained because the flap velcros shut. Once I moved to the ER, I needed something larger and now I use their Nurse Pack which is roomier and it's easier to get to the supplies I need when I'm pressed for time. It's not really that noticable since I leave my scrub shirt untucked. It's a little heavy but I would be lost without it and I'm much more efficient having it. Sure, lots of supplies are in the patient rooms but it never fails when I need something, the stock has ran dry and I waste too much time hunting down what I need. Plus, I can't stand to have my pockets bulging out. That looks much nerdier than my tool belt in my opinion. Good luck with whatever you decide.

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This is something similar to what I have around my waist, except it is black.

[abundantjoy07]

Ick.
Fanny Pack.


LOL!